Sep 06 2012
Undocumented Immigrants Ride to Charlotte to Raise Awareness – a Report by Aura Bogado
After a five week long journey starting in Arizona and traveling through more than 10 states the Undocubus finally arrived in Charlotte, North Carolina at the site of the Democratic National Convention this weekend. The 1972 aqua blue bus stopped in more than 15 cities to hold protests and musical events to bring critical attention to the plight of undocumented immigrants. Calling their journey the “No Papers, No Fear Ride for Justice” riders chose to stop at the Democratic National Convention to have their voices heard about the proliferation of anti-immigrant policies sweeping the country. Colorlines.com and Nation Reporter Aura Bogado was on the bus and documented its journey.
Ten of the undocumented immigrants who were on the bus were arrested outside the DNC as they chanted, “No papers, no Fear! Dignity is standing here! Although fearful of being deported, Immigration and Customs Enforcement or ICE has since released all those in custody.
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